Cairns

Our English school is located on the beautiful outskirts of Kewarra Beach, in the North of Cairns. Nestled among palm trees and gardens, the school has perfect facilities for students to improve their English. The school has professional teachers, latest technology classrooms and flexible courses.

Facilities at the school

A 25m swimming pool, a medium pool and a jacuzzi

Basketball courts and tennis courts, with floodlights

Golf course

Gym

Cinema room where the students can watch TV and films

Computer room

Barbeque area

Free wireless internet in the whole complex

Characteristics

Internet

Library

Computer room

Cafe

Tea or coffee machine

Garden

Wifi

Student lounge

Prayer room

Kitchenette

Support deparment for the students

Accreditations

The school is accredited by:

Strongest Points

A relaxed and friendly environment

Idyllic parks and lagoons

A fantastic tropical climate

Cairns is a tourist city located in the North East of Australia, in Queensland, 350km North of Townsville and 1699 North of Brisbane. Its population is 122,731 (2006) and it is very near the Great Barrier Reef.

Because of this it is a very important tourist centre and a city visited by backpackers and tourists in general. A good way of getting to know Cairns is by bike. It is interesting to learn about the Aboriginal culture and explore the jungle area. It is also worth looking at the wildlife in the zoo in the city. Enjoy white water rafting in the Tully river, or diving and snorkeling in the Great Barrier Reef.

Things to see and do in Carines

Culture

Try food from around the world in one of the many outdoor restaurants in Cairns

Go to an international ballet performance, musical or concert in the Municipal Theatre in Cairns

Enjoy the empressive art scene, with many local and travelling exhibitions

Leisure

Scuba dive in the Great Barrier Reef

Visit the tropical zoo

Enjoy the bustling nightlife

Relax in the idyllic parks and lagoons

Trips

Go to the national parks

Navegate around Green Island

Take a cruise on the river to see crocodiles

Useful information

What to do in Cairns

Walk around the stunning scenery of the tropical rainforests and mountain ranges

Admire the panoramic views from the world famous cable car in the rainforest

Learn to dive in the Great Barrier Reef

Do your favourite water sport or try a new one in the sparkling Coral Sea

Enjoy the bustling nightlife, open every day of the week

Relax in the idyllic parks and lagoons

Enjoy the impressive art scene in Cairns, with many local and travelling exhibitions

Go to an international ballet performance, musical or concert in the Municipal Theatre of Cairns

Courses:

Standard Course in Cairns

Perfect for

This English course is perfect for those who want to reinforce their language and look over basic content, and advanced in areas thanks to 20 hours of class per week. This course is good to improve your confidence in English, increase your vocabulary and expressions and learn in a unique environment.

Additional information

Start every Monday.
There is the possibility of including "skill classes" to improve the immersion of the language
Includes the possibility of doing the TOEIC exam with no added cost

Characteristics

Course duration from 1 week

Horas per Week 20

Duration of Classes 60 minutos Minutes

Timetables Timetables: 9:30-14:50

Level test Yes

Accredited Diploma Yes

Level A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2.

Maximum students per class in summer 18

Average during the rest of year 0

Minimum age 16

Intensive English course in Cairns

The classes are focused on developing the confidence of the student when speaking in English, improving their speaking skils and giving a wide range of vocabulary and English expressions.

Perfect for

This intensive English course is perfect for those who want to deepen the language and improve their knowledge in a short time. This course allows complete immersion in the culture, language and environment of the English speaking country, in a way that sudents will have more possibilities to improve their communication skills more effectively.

Additional information

Starts every Monday.
There is the possibility to include "skill classes" to improve the immersion in the language
Includes the possibility of doing the TOEIC exam with no extra cost

Characteristics

Course duration from 2 to 52 weeks

Horas per Week 25

Duration of Classes 60 min Minutes

Timetables 8:20-14:50

Level test Yes

Accredited Diploma Yes

Level A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2.

Maximum students per class in summer 18

Average during the rest of year 0

Minimum age 16

Extra-curricular Activities

What to do in Cairns

Every month, the school has a free varied plan of activities. Some are in the facilities on campus, and others in the surrounding areas or on the beach.

Some examples of activities are:

Trekking

Swimming

Diving classes

Activites in the beach

Fishing

Workshops

Sports (waterpolo, basketball, gym)

Christmas parties, barbeques...

Accommodation

Family accommodation for those older than 18

Living with a family is the perfect way to improve your English and get to know the Australian culture. The families in Cairns have been selected carefully and are friendly, generous and will give the students a warm welcome. Many of the families live near the school and it is easy to get there by bike or on foot. Our families are visitied regularly by inspectors from the school to ensure they offer a safe and friendly environment.

Accommodation with family includes half board (breakfast and dinner in the week, and lunch at the weekends)

For lunch during the week you have 3 options:

Take your own food prepared at home

Eat in the school (20$ per week)

Prepare your lunch in the kitchen at the school

Room Type: single room

School distance: a few minutes walk or by bike

Characteristics

Internet

Private bathroom

Laundry facilities

Cleaning service

Wifi

Kitchen

Kithchen Utensils

Security service

Bed-linen

Towels

Breakfast

Half Board

Full Board

Family accommodation for those younger than 18

Living with a family is the perfect way to improve your English and get to know the Australian culture. The families in Cairns have been selected carefully and are friendly, generous and will give the students a warm welcome. Many of the families live near the school and it is easy to get there by bike or on foot. Our families are visitied regularly by inspectors from the school to ensure they offer a safe and friendly environment.

Includes 3 meals a day plus takeaway lunch at the weekends.

Room Type: single room

School distance: a few minutes walk or by bike

Characteristics

Internet

Private bathroom

Laundry facilities

Cleaning service

Wifi

Kitchen

Kithchen Utensils

Security service

Bed-linen

Towels

Breakfast

Half Board

Full Board

SPC Residence

Our residence offers modern accommodation at accessible prices. It is the best option to get to know new friends and to have more independence. You can live on campus, go to free morning classes (Monday to Thursday) and get to know students from all around the world. The bedrooms and bathroom are shared with 4 people. There are cinema nights after class.

Room Type: shared room with 4 people

Facilities: sports facilities

Characteristics

Internet

Private bathroom

Laundry facilities

Cleaning service

Wifi

Kitchen

Kithchen Utensils

Security service

Bed-linen

Towels

Breakfast

Half Board

Full Board

How to get there

How to get to Cairns

Cairns airport is located 7km North of Cairns, in Aeroglen.

It is very easy to fly to Cairns from various Australian cities. The main companies that have internal flights are:

Qantas Domestic

Jetstar

Virgin Blue

These companies cover all the routes and go to nearly all of the tourist destinations in the country.

From the airport to the city:

Bus: There is a shuttle bus service that connects the airport with the city. The stops are in the arrival area of the terminal.

Taxi: The taxi ranks are at the arrivals of the terminals, and you can also find free phones in the arrivals hall to call for a taxi.